Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology - Electrical

Overview

The Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology – Electrical, provides you with the essential knowledge to design, install, commission, fault find and maintain industrial control systems, robots and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems. Graduate ready to work as a technician, paraprofessional, or technical officer in areas including: industrial automation, mechatronics and general electrical systems.

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This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia.

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Skills you’ll learn

Develop and maintain micro solar systems for renewable energy applications
Design, install and commission electrical control systems
PLC programming and commissioning
Design and control SCADA systems
Design and interpret electrical wiring systems
Electrical project management

Your career opportunities

Electrical technician
Technical officer (Electrical)
Electrical manager
Electrical foreman
Electrical engineering associate
Paraprofessionals in Electrical industry

Further education

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)

Key codes

International student visa

International students in Australia who hold student visas are required to study full-time and on campus. Courses that are taught entirely online are only available to international students studying outside Australia or those in Australia who are not on a student visa. Online courses are not available to international students in Australia who hold a student visa.

CRICOS course code

115162D

Hawthorn VTAC code

3400271114

Location options

Hawthorn

Admissions

Entry into this program is based on an applicant’s study and/or relevant work history.

All applicants are required to have one of the following:

• Successfully completed Year 12 or equivalent

• Successfully completed a Certificate II or higher qualification in a relevant Engineering or Electrical field.

• Applicants without formal qualifications but with significant relevant work experience

Admission requirements

Meeting the minimum entry requirements for the course does not guarantee an offer of a place. See admission requirements for general information about the admission process.

English language requirements

Satisfactory completion of one of the following:

IELTS overall band of 6.0 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 5.5
Swinburne’s English for Academic Purposes (EAP 4 Upper Intermediate level) with overall 65%, all skills 60%
TOEFL iBT (internet-based) minimum score of 65 with no band less than 15
Pearson (PTE) minimum score of 42 (no communicative skills less than 36)
or equivalent measures available at English language requirements.

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Credit transfer

Credit transfer is the recognition of academic credits gained through formal study (i.e. units of competency) completed either at another institute or in another qualification. The total amount of credit will vary from individual to individual, based on the unit/s that have been successfully completed.

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Recognition of prior learning

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is the process of transferring the skills and knowledge that you have acquired over your lifetime (irrespective of how they were obtained) against the requirements of the unit.

RPL is an assessment process that requires you to provide evidence that demonstrates how you meet the requirements of the unit/s. The amount and types of evidence you will need to provide will depend on the unit requirements.

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Finding your fit

At Swinburne, we recognise that not one size fits all. If this course doesn’t meet all your study criteria, check out these alternatives.

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Course structure

This course is delivered in a combination of face-to-face, workshops, tutorials, lectures, and online activities.

It is comprised of 24 core units and 23 elective units.

Core units

Elective units

Advanced Diploma

Indicative nominal course hours: 2160

Your units

Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology - Electrical

Units of study	Unit code
Core units
Apply industry and community standards to engineering activities Core unit	UEECD0003
Apply material science to solving electrotechnology engineering problems Core unit	UEECD0004
Apply physics to solving electrotechnology engineering problems Core unit	UEECD0005
Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace Core unit	UEECD0007
Compile and produce an energy sector detailed report Core unit	UEECD0010
Develop design briefs for electrotechnology projects Core unit	UEECD0014
Manage risk in electrotechnology activities Core unit	UEECD0026
Provide engineering solutions for problems in complex multiple path circuits Core unit	UEECD0036
Provide solutions to basic engineering computational problems Core unit	UEECD0039
Solve problems in multiple path circuits Core unit	UEECD0044
Solve problems in single path circuits Core unit	UEECD0046
Apply methods to maintain currency of industry developments Core unit	UEECD0056
Write specifications for electrical engineering projects Core unit	UEECD0059
Interpret, produce and modify electrotechnology drawings Core unit	UEECD0064
Manage large electrical projects Core unit	UEEEL0015
Solve problems in direct current (d.c.) machines Core unit	UEEEL0019
Solve problems in low voltage a.c. circuits Core unit	UEEEL0020
Solve problems in magnetic and electromagnetic devices Core unit	UEEEL0021
Plan large electrical projects Core unit	UEEEL0058
Provide engineering solutions to problems in complex polyphase power circuits Core unit	UEEEL0062
Evaluate and report on the performance of LV machines Core unit	UEEEL0077
Plan and analyse LV electrical apparatus Core unit	UEEEL0079
Plan and analyse wiring systems, circuits, control and protection for electrical installations Core unit	UEEEL0080
Develop strategies to address environmental and sustainability issues in the energy sector Core unit	UEERE0013
Elective units
Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components Elective unit	UEECD0019
Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment Elective unit	UEECD0020
Repairs basic electronic apparatus faults by replacement of components Elective unit	UEEEC0060
Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications Elective unit	UEECD0051
Work in Industry 4.0 Elective unit	MEM29001
Apply introductory programming skills in different languages Elective unit	ICTPRG440
Use advanced computational processes to provide solutions to energy sector engineering problems Elective unit	UEECD0049
Develop structured programs to control external devices Elective unit	UEEIC0012
Develop, enter and verify discrete control programs for programmable controllers Elective unit	UEEIC0013
Provide solutions to extra-low voltage (ELV) electro-pneumatic control systems and drives Elective unit	UEEIC0025
Develop and implement energy sector maintenance programs Elective unit	UEECD0013
Develop, enter and verify word and analogue control programs for programmable logic controllers Elective unit	UEEIC0015
Develop, enter and verify programs in supervisory control and data acquisition systems Elective unit	UEEIC0014
Develop energy sector computer network applications infrastructure Elective unit	UEECS0015
Apply introductory object-oriented language skills Elective unit	ICTPRG430
Design and use advanced programming tools, PC networks and HMI Interfacing Elective unit	UEEIC0007
Apply statistics and probability techniques to engineering tasks Elective unit	MEM23005
Make presentations Elective unit	BSBCMM411
Apply communication skills Elective unit	BSBCMM211
Manage innovation and continuous improvement Elective unit	BSBSTR601
Apply critical thinking for complex problem solving Elective unit	BSBCRT611
Commission a cyber-physical system Elective unit	MEM29002
Maintain instrumentation equipment Elective unit	UEPMNT356

2025 fees

Full fee* ($AUD)

$18,650

Skills first government-subsidised place* ($AUD)

$14,360

Yearly fee* ($AUD)

$22,000.00

2025 fees

Yearly fee* ($AUD)

$22,000.00

Fees are estimates only

Fees published on this page are estimates only and are subject to change depending on individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. The above fees apply for units studied in 2025 only and may change for units studied in future years. There may be additional costs related to learning material and equipment.

Fees are estimates only

The indicative course fees shown apply to international students for the relevant year, based on a standard study load per year. Fees are assessed according to actual study load each semester, with variations to study load resulting in tuition fee adjustments. These fees generally include the Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) and are subject to annual review. Enrolled students will receive reasonable notice of any fee changes before payment is due.

Skills first government-subsidised place

This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. To qualify for a government-subsidised place, you must meet various eligibility criteria. The course you’ve applied for must also be offering government-subsidised places. Swinburne will determine your eligibility by conducting a full assessment of your eligibility during the course application process.

Learn more about Skills first government subsidies

How do I pay my fees?

You can pay your Swinburne fees in person, via credit card, BPAY, or at Australia Post. Check to see if loans and employer sponsored training are also available.

Find out more about fees

International students need to pay tuition fees up-front by the relevant due date. You can find the due dates on your Statement of Account.

To pay your fees:

log in to My Financials
check your Australian bank account details are correct
check your Statement of Account to see how much you owe
pay using your preferred payment method.

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Eligibility for VET student loans (VSL)

If you apply for a VET Student Loan, Swinburne must first verify your identity. If you are eligible, we will provide your enrolment information to the government so you can complete the application within their eCAF system.

The VET Student Loan amount for this course is capped. You must start repaying this loan once you earn above the compulsory repayment threshold.

VET Student Loan amount* ($AUD)

$18,838

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Student services and amenities fee

This funding serves to improve the student experience at Swinburne. You may use many or just some of the services and amenities that the fee provides.

From 1 January 2024, all courses at the Diploma level and higher will contribute to the Student Services and Amenities fee.

Please refer to the Student Services Amenities Fee page for more information.

This funding serves to improve the student experience at Swinburne. You may use many or just some of the services and amenities that the fee provides.

This amenities fee is included within your annual tuition fee listed above. The fee shown is the capped amount for 2025.

Please refer to the Student Services Amenities Fee page for more information.

SSAF fee* ($AUD)

$365.00

SSAF fee* ($AUD)

$365.00

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Scholarships

Scholarship applications for 2025 are open. Scholarships at Swinburne are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. We want you to reach your potential and achieve your life and career goals.

Our handy guide will assist you to gather documents for your application.

Learn more about scholarships

When you apply for a Swinburne course, we automatically consider you for an international scholarship of up to 30 per cent off your course fees – no separate application required! Just apply for your Swinburne course of choice and when we review your course application, we will also assess you for an international scholarship.

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Apply through an agent

Most international students use an education agent to help them through the application process. Swinburne has agents all over the world that can help you with your application to study. Search for a Swinburne representative in your country. If your country is not listed, please contact us.

Representatives and agents

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Course code

UEE62122

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Course code

UEE62122

CRICOS code

115162D

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Apply through VTAC

International students currently studying Year 12 in Australia must apply through VTAC. VTAC is the central office that administers the application processes for places in tertiary courses, scholarships and the Special Entry Access Scheme at universities, TAFEs and independent tertiary colleges in Victoria.

VTAC is the central office that administers the application processes for places in tertiary courses, scholarships and the Special Entry Access Scheme at universities, TAFEs and independent tertiary colleges in Victoria.

Hawthorn VTAC code

3400271114

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Overview

Entry requirements

Study structure

Fees & Scholarships

How to apply

Overview

Are you in high school?

Skills you’ll learn

Your career opportunities

Further education

Key codes

International student visa

Location options

Admission requirements

Need to undertake an English assessment for entry?

Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology - Electrical

Fees are estimates only

Fees are estimates only

VET Student Loan amount* ($AUD)

SSAF fee* ($AUD)

SSAF fee* ($AUD)